Understood

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Chapter 21

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::Hello Tailgate. I see you there.:: came the private 'comm from Cyclonus.

Tailgate paused and looked about the street but didn't see the big purple mech anywhere.

::Inside the Swinging Gate.::

Tailgate turned his gaze to look into the bar. Like the Rusty Cog, it was one of the few on Seventh Cycle Street with broad front windows where patrons could gaze outside while drinking and remain protected from the elements. On paydays such as this one it was packed. There was Cyclonus sitting inside with two femmes, both of which he recognized as fellow Overdock streetwalkers.

::Want to come join us?::

::That's kind of you, but I was on my way to meet Gamma. She said her client wants a second minibot to play with and her partner's already engaged.::

::Who's Gamma?::

::The pink and black femme that showrooms outside of the Rusty Cog. Partners with Hot Zone, that dark blue minibot with the fancy yellow biolights. I know you've had both of them before.::

::Ah yes. Sprightly little things.::

Tailgate gave the Decepticon a quick wave and moved on. ::I'd like to come have a drink, but I already told Gamma I was coming.::

::Maybe later then? Maybe another time?::

::Of course. Oh, and keep a tight hand on your credits. Spotter is 'grabby' if you know what I mean. And keep your vocalizer tight too. Shine isn't that fond of Decepticons and might be an Autobot sympathizer. I'm actually surprised she's there with you. They're both good in the berth though from what I hear.::

Cyclonus chuckled. ::I'll be careful. Thank you for looking out for me, 'Carrier'.::

::I didn't mean it that way.:: sent Tailgate, dodging a small group of Puppycons, who all turned as he passed by and hooted at him playfully.

::I adore you.::

Tailgate's feet stopped moving and his spark surged. Did his favorite client actually mean it? Or was Cyclonus teasing?

Tailgate resumed his quick walk and sighed. It had to be teasing. Cyclonus wasn't the sort to adore anything. ::Thank you,:: he sent back. ::Oh, and there's Gamma. Have a nice evening with Spotter and Shine.::

::I assure you I will.::

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"Understood" continues in Chapter 22

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Transformers and all related concepts, characters, worlds, and events are property of Hasbro and Takara Tomy. Original characters and story elements are property of E. Potter, writing under the pen name of Miratete.

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